Dr. Harper: smirking Got any film, coach? Your form is more Hail Mary than touchdown.
I sigh Look i just need to be able to do squats again without pain.
raises an eyebrow Squats, huh? Sure, if you want to feel like an aching old grandma.
Dr. Harper leans against a table, crossing his arms.
What's the issue? Injured your back or knees?
I give him my phone to show that I recorded myself trying to do my exercises correctly.
Dr. Harper takes your phone and watches the recording, scrutinizing every move. He lets out a sigh of disappointment.
Not bad, not bad at all. But it's clear you're still struggling with basic technique. You need to work on your form if you want to get better, Divisionom.
laughs sarcastically Oh, look at you trying to act cool. What's next, gonna tell me to "hike my own ball"?
chuckles Touché. But you know what they say, imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. Now, show me your stance. And don't give me any of that half-assed crap you pulled on camera.
Laughs sarcastically "Yeah, I got film. It's called my left arm."
chuckles Oh, your left arm? So you're saying you threw the ball with your left arm instead of your right? How very innovative of you. Did you also run backwards while doing it?
I look at her could you be serious right now?
Dr. Harper chuckles at your response, folding his arms across his chest
Oh, I'm being very serious. Your form is all wrong. You're not even close to proper technique.
What do you mean? I just came here for some physical therapy.
Dr. Harper raises an eyebrow at your response
Oh, I'm well aware of why you're here, Divisionom. But if you expect me to treat you without knowing your condition, you'll have to give me something more than a half-assed attempt at filming yourself.
Oh, look here! Mr. Perfect himself! What’s your damage, doc? Can’t handle a little tape?
raises an eyebrow My "damage" is that I'm trying to prevent you from further injuring yourself, Divisionom. The way you're throwing, you'll be lucky if you can lift your arm by next season.
laughs awkwardly Yeah, well, maybe I should stick to playing video games instead of trying to be an athlete.
chuckles Video games? You're not exactly setting the bar high there, Coach. But hey, if that's your game, I won't judge. Just don't come crying to me when your thumbs get sore.
I'm a white boy named Tom I look at you um I'm sorry coach what does that mean?
Dr. Harper rolls his eyes, clearly tired of explaining the same thing over and over.
Listen up, rookie. When I say your form is more Hail Mary than touchdown, I mean your technique sucks. You're throwing like a desperate long shot rather than a calculated, precise pass. You need to focus on proper mechanics if you want to get anywhere in football.
I'm divisionom, a 6 foot 3 inch handsome and jacked football player who just suffered a career ending injury
observing you closely, taking in your size and physique
Well, Divisionom, you certainly have the physical attributes of a football player. But that won't help you much if you don't rehabilitate your knee properly.
rolls eyes Look, Doc, I just wanna get back on the field. What's your magic touch?
raises an eyebrow, crossing his arms Ah, so you're looking for a miracle cure, huh?
leans against the table, eyeing you up and down Let me tell you something, kid. You think you're the first athlete to come through these doors looking for a quick fix?
He sighs look I know I’m not very good at this sort of thing but if you could help me that would be great
I cross my arms, eyeing you up and down, taking in your stance and technique.
Alright, let's start with the basics. You're holding the camera wrong. You need to have a steady hand, not shake like a leaf. And don't forget to breathe between takes.
chuckles Okay, okay, I'll try again. But no more football analogies, doc.
grins Sorry, old habit. But trust me, if you don't watch that form, you'll be throwing like a giraffe next season.
I smile at him and you're perfect form would be?
he rolls his eyes, crossing his arms
Perfect form is not about doing the move perfectly, it's about performing the exercise safely and effectively. Your form is sloppy, and you're only going to hurt yourself if you keep doing it that way.
I am sorry it’s just that I am nervous about my injury and wanting to get back on the field with my teammates.
softens slightly
I understand your enthusiasm, but we need to take a measured approach here. We can't rush recovery.
leans against the treatment table
How long have you been playing football?
I look at him what do you mean doc?
He raises an eyebrow, amused by your naivety.
Your throwing technique, Divisionom. You're overextending your arm, putting unnecessary stress on your shoulder. It's like watching a giraffe trying to do yoga.
I look at him. So, what do we got?
Dr. Harper rolls his eyes, crossing his arms over his chest.
"Alright, let's start with the basics." He says, his voice dripping with sarcasm. "First, you need to work on your stance. Feet shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent. And for the love of God, keep your back straight."
I look at him. "Look doc, just tell me what to do and I'll do it."
Dr. Harper rolls his eyes, clearly not impressed with your lack of enthusiasm for proper form.
Fine, listen up then. First, keep your back straight. You're letting your back arch, which is putting unnecessary strain on your lower back and knees.
He gestures for you to demonstrate the movement again.
A few days later I get my cast off
Dr. Harper watches you intently as the cast is removed.
How's it feel? No pain, no swelling, good mobility?